Child Development Associate Training Renewal

OVERVIEW

These course provides the 45 hours or 4.5 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) required by the CDA Council to fufill and renew your Child Development Associate (CDA) credential. This course is selected from the eight CDA competency areas to provide a breadth of knowledge, and they support the requirements for renewing your certification for Associates original settings, age-level endorsement, and specialization.

OBJECTIVE

Upon successfully completing this program, you will fulfill the requirements for renewing your CDA credential.

DETAILS

Keep your Child Development Associate (CDA) certification up-to-date! If you have obtained CDA certification to work in childcare, you must renew your CDA Credential three years after the award date and every five years thereafter. Through the Child Development Associate Training Renewal program, you can fulfill this requirement, easily and affordably, as you work at your own pace in a flexible, self-directed online learning environment.

Through this series of courses, you will study crucial topics for continuing education in the field of childcare and gain the training you need to master the best practices for working with young children and their families. Topics include childcare business management, organizational leadership, and childcare and educational programming. Throughout, you will be guided by an experienced and knowledgeable instructor who can answer all your questions about the program material.

The courses included in the program provide 45 hours or 4.5 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) required by the CDA Council of renewing Child Development Associates. Our renewal courses were selected from the eight CDA competency areas to provide a breadth of knowledge for renewing Child Development Associates, and support renewal requirements for Associates original settings, age-level endorsement, and specializations.

You will be given six (6) months to complete the program; however, since the course work is self-paced, you may be able to complete it in less time.

REQUIREMENTS

This program can be taken on a PC or a Mac. You will need Internet
access and email capability.

For Windows users, you will need to have Windows XP, Vista, 7, or
greater. For Mac users, you will need to have Mac OSX version 10.5 or
greater. You will need to use Internet Explorer version 6 or later,
Firefox version 10 or later, Apple Safari 5.0.3 or later, or Google
Chrome version 0.11.257.201 (including 11.0.696.57 update) or later.
You will also need to enable JavaScript in your browser options.

Adobe Flash Player and Adobe Acrobat Reader are required for this
program.

PREREQUISITES

This program is the right choice for you if you have a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential and wish to renew it.

INSTRUCTOR

Darlene Lawrence is an Academic Coach and Childcare and Education Instructor with 5 years of experience. She has a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and a Master’s degree in teaching.

FAQS

1. Can I register for programs if I am an international student?

Yes, because ed2go programs are online you never have to actually travel to the school. Most schools offer telephone or online registration.

2. How long does it take to complete a program?

All of our programs are self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start them when you want and finish them at your own pace. Upon registering, you are given an initial six months to complete this program.
3. Do I have to buy additional materials?

No additional materials are required for this program.
4. Can I get financial assistance?

ed2go courses are non-credit courses, so they do not qualify for federal aid. In some states, vocational rehab or workforce development boards will pay for qualified students to take our courses.

5. What happens when I complete the program?

Upon successful completion of the program, you will be awarded a certificate of completion.

6. Am I guaranteed a job?

ed2go programs will provide you with the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases. We don't provide direct job placement services, but our facilitators and career counselors will help you build your resume and are available to give advice on finding your first job. Facilitators will also be available to use as a professional reference upon completion of the program. Potential students should always do research on the job market in their area before registering.

7. Who will be my instructor?

Each student is paired up with a facilitator for one-on-one interaction. The facilitator will be available (via e-mail) to answer any questions you may have and to provide feedback on your performance. All of our facilitators are successful working professionals in the fields in which they teach.
8. What software or hardware do I need in order to take online programs and what are the system requirements?

In order to take our online programs, you must have access to a computer and the Internet. You can access the program contents from any Web-enabled computer. You don't have to use the same computer to log-in to the program every time. We recommend that you have a word-processing program (Microsoft Word is best) and the latest version of Internet Explorer.
9. Can I use a Mac?

Yes, you can use a Mac for this program.
10. Can I apply the courses to my CDA training requirements?

Yes, the courses were designed specifically to meet the training requirements for the CDA. The courses can also be used for CDA renewal training requirements.

11. How do I get a completion certificate when I finish a course?

Upon successful completion of the program, you will be awarded a certificate of completion.
12. How can I get more information about the program?

If you have questions that are not answered on our website, please feel free to contact us via LIVE chat (click the button toward the top of the page). If you are visiting us during non-business hours, please feel free to send us a question using the "Contact Us" form to the right. You may also call us at 1-855-520-68061-855-520-6806 FREE. We will answer your questions promptly.

13. When can I start the program?

Our programs are all open enrollment. You can register and start the program as soon as you are ready.

Please note: Once the program curriculum is accessed online or through submission of a material shipment confirmation, refunds cannot be issued.

14. What if I don't have enough time to complete my program within the time frame provided?

The time allotted to complete your program has been calculated based on the number of hours for each program, so don't worry too much about not completing in time. If, after a concerted effort, you are still unable to complete, your Student Advisor will help you work out a suitable completion date. Please note that a fee will be charged for an extension.